personal care assistance

A new federal program provides personal care aides for individuals with disabilities stranded in emergency shelters during a declared disaster

posted on August 13, 2012 - 6:00am

Wildfires, windstorms and floods have been in the news regularly this year. What if such a disaster suddenly hit your neighborhood? Would you be prepared?
Planning ahead for emergency situations is especially important for people who have disabilities that affect mobility and self-care. You are in the best position to plan for your own safety and well-being since you know your functional...